MARINE FORCES UNITAS DEPARTS FOR LATIN AMERICAN DEPLOYMENT
CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. - Marine Corps Reserves from throughout the United States departed Camp Lejeune, N.C. July 23, for the annual UNITAS deployment to Latin America.
For the first time, more than 300 reserves will comprise Marine Forces UNITAS 43-02. They are providing operational relief to active duty forces from II Marine Expeditionary Force.
Latin for "Unity", the purpose of UNITAS is to conduct multi-lateral naval and amphibious operations including traditional at-sea exercises and inport activities with participating naval forces to increase interoperability and foster mutual understanding and friendship.
Now more than ever, UNITAS plays a role in maintaining stability, coalition and cooperation in the Americas and presents an opportunity for Marines and Sailors to meet new people, visit interesting ports and experience rich new cultures as ambassadors abroad.
This year, Marine Forces UNITAS will be deployed to Latin America from August until December and will visit and train with the militaries of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Chile, Argentina, and Brazil.
The Marines are scheduled to return to Camp Lejeune in early December. -30-
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